Chaman Chakko

Chaman Chakko’s filmography is a bit like a mixtape from three totally different genres, just thrown into your lap. First up, there’s 2018 (2023)—yeah, the title’s confusing, but apparently, it’s one of those disaster survival flicks that doesn’t pull any punches. The whole thing drops you into Kerala during those insane floods, following a handful of regular folks as they try to keep their heads above water. Real stories, real chaos, and none of that Hollywood gloss. It’s gritty and feels way too real at times, honestly. Then you’ve got The Gambler (2019), which flips the mood entirely. Here, things get lighter but still pretty wild—a middle-class dude who, out of nowhere, lands in the middle of a jackpot and then has to figure out what to do with all that luck (and trouble). It’s sort of a rollercoaster of ridiculous situations, family drama, and some cheeky humor. The movie doesn’t take itself too seriously, but it sneaks in a few heartwarming moments when you’re not looking. And coming up is Identity (2025), which is shrouded in a bit of mystery for now. Rumor has it, it’s going to be a psychological thriller with some heavy emotional punches, digging into questions about who we are and what shapes us. If the buzz is right, expect some twists that’ll have you second-guessing everything. Chaman Chakko’s projects never really stick to one note, and that’s kind of the fun.